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Star Citizen Roadmap Update Reignites Community Frustration: A Pattern of Disappointment
The Star Citizen community is in turmoil once again. The recent Roadmap update, with the shocking removal of key gameplay elements from Alpha 3.23, has ignited a wave of anger and disappointment.
Halo Infinite’s Anti-Cheat Change Backfires: Community Outrage as Hackers Surge
Halo Infinite was already battling criticism over desync and a lack of content updates, but a recent move intended to curb cheating has only made things worse. The switch to Easy Anti-Cheat (EAC) has sparked a wave of backlash within the Halo community, as the game appears more infested with hackers than ever before.
Sea of Thieves PS5 Beta Sails In This Weekend: Get Exclusive Loot!
Ahoy! Ready to chart a course for new adventures? The Sea of Thieves PS5 Closed Beta drops anchor this weekend, offering a chance to try out this swashbuckling multiplayer hit and even snag some exclusive PlayStation-themed rewards.
Microsoft Races Toward the Future, While Preserving the Past: Inside Xbox’s Ambitious Plans
Xbox President Sarah Bond is rallying the troops, outlining a bold strategy that embraces both cutting-edge innovation and a commitment to the legacy of gaming. A recent internal email, obtained by Windows Central and verified by Microsoft, reveals that Microsoft is forging ahead with its next-generation console while creating a dedicated team to ensure classic games aren't lost to time.
CitizenCon 2954: Everything You Need to Know About Gaming’s Most Ambitious Community Celebration
Forget your standard gaming conventions – CitizenCon is an entirely different beast. This sprawling celebration of the in-development space sim Star Citizen and its devoted community is set to descend on Manchester, England, on October 19th and 20th.
PS5 Pro Enhanced Label: Will Your Games Get an Upgrade?
The PS5 Pro hype train keeps rolling, and recent leaks point to a potential new feature: a "PS5 Pro Enhanced" label. This rumoured certification would signal which games fully leverage the souped-up console, offering improved visuals and performance.
Ubisoft’s Layoff Spiral Continues: A Concerning Pattern for Workers & Fans
Via GameRant (Brett Byll): Ubisoft has once again announced layoffs, this time impacting its Global Publishing and Asia-Pacific teams. This follows multiple rounds of cuts in 2023, highlighting a worrying pattern within the industry. While Ubisoft continues to release titles,…
Xbox: A Decade of Change Under Phil Spencer
Xbox: The brand was reeling when Phil Spencer took the helm in 2014. Don Mattrick's disastrous tenure, marked by the botched Xbox One reveal and an emphasis on always-online DRM, alienated core gamers and left Microsoft playing catch-up to Sony. A decade later...
Rebirth Island Resurrected: Is This the Shot in the Arm Call of Duty Needs?
Call of Duty fans may have let out a collective cheer as rumours surrounding the return of the beloved Rebirth Island map was finally confirmed. With its frantic pace and smaller scale, this fan-favourite had been sorely missed since it…
Destiny 2: A Dying Star? The Downward Spiral of a Once-Beloved Franchise
When Destiny first launched in 2014, its promise was immense. A sweeping space epic combining the loot-driven thrills of Diablo with Bungie’s signature gunplay and world-building mastery, it seemed poised to become a pillar of the online gaming landscape. And…
